Alere Cholestech LDX Analyzer, model # 14-874 containing power supplies with the identifying code...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2475-2019 — Class II — February 15, 2019
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2475-2019 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | February 15, 2019 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Alere San Diego, Inc. |
| Location | San Diego, CA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 186 analyzer kits |
Product Description
Alere Cholestech LDX Analyzer, model # 14-874 containing power supplies with the identifying codes of 1837d and 1843d - Product Usage: The Alere Cholestech LDX System is a small, portable analyzer and test cassette system. The System is for in vitro diagnostic use only. The Lipid Profile GLU Cassette is for the quantitative determination of total cholesterol, HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose in whole blood. A TC/HDL (total cholesterol/HDL cholesterol) ratio and estimated values for LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and non-HDL cholesterol are calculated by the Alere Cholestech LDX¿ Analyzer.
Reason for Recall
The polarity of the output of power supply was reversed. Due to polarity of the output of power supplies being reversed, it renders the power supplies nonfunctional and the analyzer inoperable.
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide distribution in the states of AK, A, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NY< OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI. No OUS consignees
Lot / Code Information
Lot/Unit Codes: Lot codes of Meter Kits: 418197, 418198, 418199, 418252, & 418253 Lot codes of Power Supplies: 724599, 724604, & 725914 Serial Numbers: AA184455, AA184344, AA184328, AA184388, AA184304, AA184349, AA184396, AA184339, AA184421, AA184280, AA184435, AA184427, AA184395, AA183401, AA184394, AA184710, AA184345, AA184039, AA184463, AA184609, AA184383, AA184415, AA184094, AA184070, AA184412, AA183861, AA184278, AA184283, AA184711, AA184392, AA184343, AA184368, AA184708, AA184350, AA184674, AA184378, AA184433, AA184366, AA184365, AA184354, AA184369, AA184067, AA184353, AA184664, AA184279, AA184355, AA184270, AA184285, AA184017, AA184272, AA184340, AA184346, AA184347, AA184336, AA184342, AA184269, AA184376, AA184949, AA184386, AA184351, AA184341, AA184413, AA184298, AA183707, AA184595, AA184364, AA184287, AA184618, AA184971, AA184334, AA184845, AA184267, AA184296, AA184333, AA184608, AA184651, AA184319, AA184348, AA184317, AA184699, AA184430, AA184432, AA184363, AA184030, AA184338, AA184371, AA184375, AA184393, AA184306, AA184447, AA183418, AA184323, AA184401, AA184438, AA184594, AA184281, AA184461, AA184312, AA184321, AA184288, AA184357, AA184380, AA184617, AA184352, AA184273, AA184303, AA184424, AA184290, AA184300, AA184916, AA184965, AA184963, AA184980, AA184964, AA184955, AA185069, AA185009, AA184904, AA184993, AA184973, AA184991, AA184995, AA184900, AA185046, AA184951, AA185927, AA184468, AA185050, AA184967, AA184853, AA184877, AA184830, AA184961, AA184794, AA184930, AA184459, AA184887, AA184869, AA185020, AA184785, AA184985, AA184901, AA184979, AA184990, AA184865, AA184988, AA184872, AA184952, AA184946, AA184924, AA182949, AA184918, AA184928, AA184886, AA184957, AA184974, AA184862, AA185022, AA184657, AA184880, AA185021, AA184922, AA184875, AA185013, AA184943, AA184873, AA184989, AA184742, AA184876, AA184301, AA184367, AA184370, AA184359, AA184434, AA184615, AA185004, AA184678, AA184329, AA184377, AA184326, AA184284, AA184384, AA184795, AA184297, AA183549, AA184318
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.